2105 One body and two sides
Roman did not stay at the cocktail party too much, and only stayed for about twenty-five minutes. He had brief conversations with Matthew, Andre, Alexander and others, and greeted the Beckhams and several friends, then turned and left.
Undoubtedly, Roman is the smartest and cunning one among the many bigwigs that Lanli has confronted so far. His strength is different from Disney CEO Bob Eiger. This is the wisdom and agility developed by businessmen in hard work. He is always calculating and pulling, which is completely different from Bob's orthodox calmness and strategistness.
Lanli and Bob confronted each other, and the two were like playing chess games. Even if they had a win or a loss, they would not be able to see the edge. All of them were hidden under the water. However, Lanli and Roman fought each other in close combat, and the bayonet was a hit, not a game but a game. The step-by-step calculations were throughout the whole process, and traps were everywhere. This was a brand new experience.
According to literal understanding, Renli should prefer to confront Bob, but on the contrary, he tends to be more inclined to Roman. Because Bob is too rational and too calm, there is no room for maneuver in his formula. He is the kind of person who takes the overall situation into consideration and sacrifices the interests of a small group; while Roman is more emotional and emotional. His hands are covered with blood, but he is still willing to compromise for certain "human emotions". If he is completely cold-blooded, it is because he is not moved.
Of course, I have been talking about Bob, Roman, and Lanli so far. All judgments come from personal feelings that are pieced together. They are far from knowing each other, and the judgment is completely accurate. However, Lanli is not interested in continuing to understand in depth, because facing such a big boss, the more you know, it does not mean a good thing.
So, should Renly work with Roman?
"We need financial support, and Roman has the capital chain. At the same time, he is not a consortium and has enough mobility. This is the perfect choice."
"But do you realize that he is a very controllable businessman? At Chelsea, no one can go against his decision! No one!"
After the auction and the cocktail party, Lan Li and his group finally returned home and were able to take a short rest, but resting did not mean relaxation.
About Roman, about cooperation... This is undoubtedly the core focus today. How should they choose and how should they deal with Roman, and more importantly, how should they view this matter. This is a turning point in fate for the development of Sisyphus Films.
"Romain Abramovich", the name "Romain Abramovich" is already a big deal in the upper class; but in the shopping mall, it is even more important. Even at the level of Renli, it must be paid attention to. The level and status are two completely different from the cooperation agreement between Disney and Warner Bros.
Matthew and Andre had a fierce quarrel, while Eaton and Renly watched the fun.
"But he is also willing to believe in professionalism! Movies are not his profession, and he is willing to hand over things to us."
"The problem is here. He is a person who is used to taking the initiative and may be left alone in the early stage. However, when he feels that he already has enough understanding, do you think he will continue to stand by? Chelsea is the best case, and he will reincarnate for two or three years. His patience is very, very limited. If he interferes, do you think we can fight him? Once his funds become our greatest support, we will not be able to get rid of it."
"But he is the perfect source of funds! His generosity, his wisdom, his persistence, and most importantly, as long as he recognizes investment, he will not let go easily. Chelsea has been around for ten years now, and he is still willing to invest, generous and stable. This is his biggest advantage."
"So, are you consistent with his source of wealth? Is it clean? Or is it necessary to get rid of suspicion through Sisyphus Pictures?"
"That's been happening for twenty years. His assets have been confirmed, right?"
"Have you heard that the official British department is preparing to investigate the source of his assets? It has been repeated! This has also made him say that he would leave the UK. Now those doubts always exist. Is it possible that he just hopes to use Renli? Renli is not just a Hollywood actor."
"These are exchanges of interests. You know, and I know, don't use official arguments to excuse them. If they are willing to leave Roman behind, not because his assets are legal, but because they can bring benefits to Britain and themselves; they decided to thoroughly investigate Roman's assets, not because his assets are illegal, but because he has no use value, or because Britain and Russia have reached an agreement and have received more exchanges of interests. Things are not that simple, but also so complicated. Matthew, you should know this."
"Yes, I know this, and that's why I think it's a bad idea: do you know what this is called? It's called dancing with wolves. You don't want to dance with Roman. You think you can control him, but he is a person that you and I can't match. He didn't rely on luck to get to where he is today."
"Note that if he really wants to go legal, then he will not be able to break the balance rashly, let alone let Lanli deal with Roman! They can form a balance and provide funds while giving inspiration. Isn't this a perfect cooperation plan?"
"Andre, that's my point. Renly shouldn't be the representative of Sisyphus! He is an actor, he should be just an actor. Don't throw the burden of Sisyphus to Renly. You are ruining him, do you understand? Let him focus on the performance and choose a person we can deal with to cooperate."
"The objects that can be dealt with cannot provide us with enough support! The objects that can provide enough support are not something we can control! Finally, we meet someone who barely meets the conditions, but you refuse to let us get close. Isn't Sisyphus Pictures' expansion ambition of Renli? Why just let him be excluded? We need Roman and his funds, and he is the last piece in the puzzle! Matthew, you should let Renli grow up, he shouldn't continue to stay in the ivory tower, he thinks the same way, otherwise he won't come back to London."
The entire living room was filled with quarrels between Matthew and Andre. Matthew believed that it was necessary to reject Roman, which was a flirting with the tiger; Andrei believed that it was an excellent opportunity to accept Roman, which was an excellent opportunity. Neither of the two could convince each other, and the focus and opinions kept changing in the dispute and were always in a stalemate.
The evening in London is still full of haze, with painless rain dripping dripping. The crystal clear raindrops slowly slide down the transparent glass, reflecting a bizarre world. The noise and noise are blocked, making people just want to curl up lazily on the sofa, hold a cup of coffee, flip through a magazine or play Sudoku games, pass the boring time, and spend the whole afternoon doing nothing.
Especially after an auction in the morning, a cocktail party and a gallery trip after afternoon tea, I need to relax and rest.
Unfortunately, there are so many things that have happened today, and it is very difficult to enjoy a moment of peace.
Eaton held his black tea, staring at Matthew and Andre in shock and panic, a little at a loss, and then he leaned carefully at Lanli, "Lianli? Are you not going to interrupt them?"
"Hmm?" Lanley raised her voice, but her eyes remained on the Times' lyrics game today, "The egg creatures living on Tasmania?"
Lanley was very focused, and the noise around her seemed to have no effect at all. Then Andre realized that she seemed to be saying the wrong thing, "Lianley, I didn't mean that, sorry, I just said...ah! I mean, you chose to expand Sisyphus Pictures, you can't just let it go. Roman doesn't recognize me or Arthur's name at all. Even Alexander, they are just standard friends. We need you, Matthew... Matthew is really... Sorry, Matthew, I don't mean to you."
"If the second letter is 'l'... Platypus?" Lanli muttered in a low voice.
Andre's words stuck in his throat, and then he couldn't help it and roared on the spot, "Lanli!"
"What?" Lan Li's thoughts were finally interrupted, she raised her head and cast her eyes on Andre and Matthew.
Andrei also didn't know how to face such a situation, so he was a little helpless; Matthew was also slightly stunned, and then he understood: Lan Li was not worried at all. Obviously, Lan Li had made a decision, so there was no need for their dispute.
Then Andre could see Matthew sitting down next to him, his expression seemed to relax, and he was stunned, "Matthew?"
"Give me some time, I'll fill in this." Before Andre's "answer", Lanli lowered her head again and looked at the newspaper in her hand.
Because it was too ridiculous and helpless, Andre himself couldn't help laughing, and walked to the side with great depression and sat down heavily, "Lianli Sebastian Hall, can you show some respect? I don't like this, I don't think you respect my efforts!"
Lanli finally put down the newspaper, "Andre, sorry." Without any hesitation, Lanli expressed his apology, but Andre didn't buy it at all.
Lan Li couldn't help but laugh, and found a piece of chocolate from the refreshment on the coffee table, shouted, "Andre?" and then threw the chocolate over.
Reflexively, Andre raised his hand to catch the chocolate, spread his palms and glanced at him, both angry and funny, "Lanli, I'm not ten years old, okay?"
"Who stipulates that children who are only ten years old like to eat sweets? What should you do if you make Eaton?" Lanli said seriously.
Eaton blinked, his face full of innocentness, "Why are you talking about me again? I haven't eaten sweets for a long time." He sat back a little sneakily, and there seemed to be some cake crumbs next to the teacup directly in front of him. No one should have noticed it?
Chapter completed!